Looking for suppliers of authentic wholesale designer handbags, clothing, shoes and other goods for your business or a business you’d like to start?

Have You:

Spent hours searching online for suppliers with little to no luck?

Found suppliers but not sure you can trust them—are they legitimate? Is their merchandise really authentic?

Purchased ‘wholesale lists’ that turned out to be junk?

Been burned by scam artists who sold you fake merchandise or took off with your money?

If so, I understand your frustration and I can help you. My name is Viktor. Back in 2002, I was trying to start a business selling designer handbags after reading a success story about a person who was making a lot of money in this business. But when I tried to find a supplier of wholesale designer handbags, it felt impossible.I’d spend countless hours searching online and hardly get anywhere—running into either questionable suppliers, replica dealers or just plain dead ends.

The frustrating thing wasI knew these suppliers existed: I saw people selling authentic designer handbags on eBay and other websites, but I couldn’t figure out where they were getting them from. No one wanted to talk.

Eventually, when I found a supplier of wholesale designer handbags whom I thought I could trust—a company based in Italy, no less—I purchased a few thousand dollars worth of Prada handbags from them, and they turned out to be fake. I was devastated.

Determined to find a legitimate supplier, I pressed on. A few months later, I had my break: an online seller of designer handbags gave me their supplier’s information—I could hardly believe it. Equipped with this knowledge, I began successfully selling this merchandise as a business.

Long story short, from that point until now, I have learned a lot about this business. I’ve made connections with people in the industry and discovered dozens more suppliers of not only wholesale designer handbags, but also designer clothing, shoes, accessories, etc.

And now I want to share this information with you, so you can source authentic designer merchandise at wholesale and avoid the scams, con artists and sellers of fake goods.

Finding Legitimate Suppliers of Designer Goods is Not Easy

Many legitimate suppliers have little-to-no presence online, often known only to industry insiders

Many legitimate suppliers do not publicly disclose the designer brands they carry

Much of the merchandise you see advertised online is either for fake or non-existent goods, making it very difficult to know whom to trust

Many Suppliers Selling “Authentic” Goods are Selling Fakes

They’re selling what’s called ‘7 Star’ replicas or ‘Mirror Image’ replicas. And these aren’t just any replicas. They’re top-of-the-line knockoffs made in China which come complete with authenticity cards, dust covers, and even serial numbers. They look so much like the real thing, many people can’t tell the difference.

And get this: I’ve taken some of these replicas to a major department store here in the United States and been told by their sales person that they were authentic! That’s how good they are. Granted, they didn’t fool every sales person.

So you have to be very careful when dealing with suppliers of designer goods, especially those offering wholesale designer handbags. If you don’t know this business very well, it’s easy to be duped. I know people with good intentions that have bought and sold replicas—thinking they were selling the real thing—for months without ever knowing. The problem: this merchandise is illegal (even if you tell your customers it’s fake, it’s still illegal). It’s ‘trademark infringement’, punishable by law.

Authentic merchandise is much harder to come by and isn’t nearly as readily available wholesale.

Con Artists Are Rampant in this Industry

The demand for wholesale designer handbags and other designer goods is high and the supply is relatively low, if we’re talking authentic product. Because of this fact, this industry is rife with con artists.

In fact, most of the offers you see online advertising authentic designer goods on sites like Dhgate.com are for fake merchandise or non-existent goods.

The con artists behind these operations can be very convincing, with elaborate websites, price lists with pictures of inventory (stolen from reputable sellers), and phone numbers. Yet, when you pay them for merchandise—typically with a wire transfer or money order—they disappear.

Many people get scammed buying designer goods wholesale. If you don’t know this industry well, it’s very easy to get taken. I can’t stress this enough.

SomeDesigner Brands are Impossible to Get Wholesale

A few designer brands are so exclusive with the distribution of their goods, it is not possible to find them wholesale…anywhere.

Louis Vuitton is one of these brands. Louis Vuitton wholesales their merchandise to their boutiques, which are owned by the brand. They do not wholesale to anyone else—Nordstrom, Macy’s, Saks Fifth Avenue, you name it. Because of this, it is not possible to get LV wholesale. Period.

In fact, if you come across a supplier selling Louis Vuitton wholesale, I can guarantee you it’s fake.

The exception to this is with pre-owned goods. You can find pre-owned LV wholesale. There are a few other designer brands which operate this way, but not to worry, it’s not the norm. Most designers brands can be found at wholesale, if you know where to look.

How You Can Tell If A Supplier of Designer Goods is Legitimate

Here are 6 things that legitimate suppliers of wholesale designer handbags & other designer merchandise typically have in common. These suppliers:

Offer Merchandise that can be Authenticated by the Designerwhich means that if you mail the merchandise to the designer to have it authenticated or take it to a boutique, they will verify that it’s authentic. It also means that the designer will typically honor any repairs, warranty issues, etc. that may arise because the product is genuine.

Offer Wholesale Pricingso you can make a profit which, on average, is anywhere from 50-85% off retail for past-season merchandise and 25-45% off retail for current season merchandise.

Offer Past-Season Merchandise –More often than not, legitimate suppliers of wholesale designer handbags and other goods sell past-season merchandise. This typically consists of overstock, excess and closeout inventory. This kind of inventory is the bulk of what’s available if we’re talking “authentic” product. That being said, current season inventory can be found wholesale, but it represents a small portion of the market. Accept Credit Cards or PayPal– Many (not all) genuine suppliers accept payment methods that are traceable and reversible, the most common being credit cards and PayPal. With these forms of payment you are protected should anything go wrong. Be very leery of suppliers that only accept wire transfers or money orders unless you are confident that they are legitimate, because once you send them your money, it’s almost impossible to get it back (unless they willingly refund you, of course). I caution people to only use wire transfers with suppliers with whom they have an established relationship. Have Limited Inventory and Styles that Change from Season-to-Season– Designer merchandise has a very high demand and limited quantities are intentionally produced, which makes the wholesale market small. It’s always a red flag when you see a supplier that has the same styles season-after-season and seemingly endless quantities of merchandise, especially wholesale designer handbags. Legitimate suppliers will have new styles every season (with the exception of signature pieces) and limited amounts of inventory.

Provide their Contact Information Up Front– Legitimate suppliers are always up front with their contact information. A supplier’s name, address (which should NOT be a PO BOX or a UPS address), telephone number, and e-mail should not be a secret or hidden in any way. It’s a huge red flag if you have to do any digging to find out where a supplier is located, how to get into contact with them, etc—seem obvious, but I can’t tell you how many people have done business with suppliers where this has been the case.

If a company claims to be a legitimate supplier of wholesale designer handbags or other designer goods and cannot meet the above guidelines, it is usually in your best interest to avoid doing business with them.

Well, you can either invest a lot of time and money into doing the research yourself (like I did) or you can use my online Wholesale Designer Directory and hit the ground running by benefiting from my research—research that I learned the hard way, through trial and error and connections made from years of experience in the designer apparel business.

The directory I have complied contains suppliers of authentic wholesale designer handbags, clothing, shoes, sunglasses, jewelry, perfume, cosmetics, accessories, and more.Every single company in my Wholesale Designer Directory has been thoroughly screened.

These are the exact same sources that successful online stores, eBay® and Amazon® sellers, boutiques and other re-sellers use.

What Makes My Directory Different?

EXPERIENCE

Unlike most people offering wholesale lists related to designer merchandise, I have over a decade’s experience in this business. I walk the walk. I started out in 2003 with no experience and eventually built up a successful business selling designer merchandise. I learned about the industry the hard way, through trial and error. I’ve made many mistakes. I’ve been scammed by suppliers that have sold me merchandise that I though was authentic. I’ve lost a lot money. I’ve made a lot of money.

I’ve developed contacts in this industry that only come from years of experience. With this experience, I offer more than just the supplier listings themselves—which no doubt are valuable—I provide insider knowledge into how this business works: how to work with suppliers, tips on selling merchandise, things to look out for, etc. I provide this information as a supplement to the directory, and I believe this information is just as important as the directory itself.

RELIABLE SOURCES

Every supplier listed in my directory has been screened and is a genuine supplier of authentic wholesale designer handbags and other designer merchandise. I take this seriously. If a supplier is listed in my directory, they are legitimate. Once approved into the directory, I periodically review the suppliers to ensure they remain on the up and up.

UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION

The directory is online. It’s in a password-protected members’ only site. Having an online directory makes it possible to keep the information up-to-date at all times (directories that are printed on paper can be outdated in an instant). When I come across new suppliers, you’ll be able to view this information right away when you login. If there’s an issue with a supplier, it’s handled right away and all members are notified. You won’t find this kind of relevancy with other wholesale lists.

“We cut through the scams, fake merchandise and unscrupulous suppliers and connect you to only legitimate sources, saving you time, money and stress.”

“…Words can’t express how thankful I am to you and to your beautiful directory. It has literally opened a window of endless possibilities for ordinary people like myself. I now feel so much more confident about going into business knowing that I have credible, reliable and trustworthy sources. By the way all of the suppliers have been truly fantastic to work with! …thank you for all of your research that you have shared so generously to complete strangers. …what you have done for the fashion industry by means of your authentic source guide is priceless.”

“Ok I have bought so many lists, but by far and wide, yours is the very, very, very best. I have sold designer goods for a long time. I have done well in this business, but I have never found such great and wonderful sources as you have provided! You are making my dreams come true! I will be selling on eBay, websites and trunk shows. Thank you for sharing this information! You are the very best!” UPDATE 6/10/10: “Because of you, I have built a website, got the greatest contacts and now I am flying to see a couple great suppliers to meet with them… I also have buying power with XXXXXX, XXXXXXXX XXX, and XXXXXXXXXXXXX… I get lots from them and get anything they have…I have wholesale buying power!”

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“Thank you for your wholesale contact lists over the years. This information has allowed us to grow beyond belief. On our journey, we have found many contacts of our own and become wholesalers ourselves. Your wholesale list was the best one I’ve EVER, EVER bought.“

Shanae P. – Washington, DC

“I just wanted to comment and THANK YOU for providing such a reliable and informative wholesale list. This is the second wholesale list I have purchased…and it was the best $39.00 I have spent all year! Every single last contact on the list responded to my inquiries. Not to mention, they are all verifiable and trustworthy sources! I have been searching for an honest way to make money online while doing something that I like and I have definitely found my niche. Thank you so much.”

Suppliers Offering Hundreds of Designer Brands at Up to 80% off Retail—The directory has over 60 suppliers who, collectively, offer hundreds of designer brands. Most designer brands are available, from high-end brands such as Prada, Gucci and Fendi to mid-range brands such as Coach, Michael Kors, Steve Madden, Nine West, DKNY, Polo, and Guess. Wholesale pricing ranges from 40-80% off retail on average, depending on the season of inventory.

Suppliers That Ship Worldwide—The majority of the suppliers are located in the United States and Europe. Yet, nearly all of them ship worldwide and can therefore be used by anyone, regardless of location. We have members in all parts of the world who successfully use these suppliers to source inventory.

Articles with Insider Information to Help You Navigate The Business — In addition to the directory listings themselves, you get articles that provide you with insider information and tips on navigating the industry, working with suppliers, finding new sources, discovering new ways to sell, etc. all based on over 13 years of experience. Thoroughly Vetted & Screened Suppliers— We work very hard to ensure that every supplier listed in our directory is genuine and offers 100% authentic merchandise. We take this VERY seriously. Either we or trusted colleagues have personally done business with the suppliers listed in the directory. We have also verified suppliers’ business credentials, and in many cases, authenticated their merchandise and checked 3rd party industry references as well as reviews from former and current clients. The majority of the suppliers in our directory have been listed for years and have withstood the test of time. They have been used successfully by our members for over 13 years without any issues. Quality, Detailed Supplier Listings— Each supplier listing includes: the suppliers’ complete contact information: name, phone number, address, website, etc. Also provided is how long the supplier has been in business, the type of merchandise they offer, brands they carry, ordering terms, minimum order requirements, as well as specific comments on each supplier to give you a better understanding of who they are and how to work with them. There is no fluff. You will not be wading through invalid or inactive listings to find a supplier. Every listing is a quality supplier.

Free Lifetime Updates — Included with your membership is free lifetime updates of the directory. Things change in the industry—new suppliers enter the market, suppliers go out of business, etc. It’s a fact of life. We update our directory monthly to ensure that the information we provide is always up-to-date. New updates are emailed out to members and also appear on the main page of the directory. Free Support by Phone or Email— Have a question about a supplier or need helping finding a particular product? Your membership includes free lifetime support via email or phone. We have over 13 years of experience and are happy to assist with any question you have as you source authentic designer merchandise wholesale.

Examples of the Merchandise and Wholesale Pricing You Will Find in the Directory

These are ACTUAL examples from wholesalers in the directory. Some of these examples are past-season closeouts which is why the pricing is so low. This is a VERY SMALL portion of the items and brands available. There are over 60 suppliers in the directory, each with their own inventory.

Frequently Asked Questions

I’ve heard it’s not possible to buy “authentic” designer goods at wholesale. Designers do not wholesale. How is it possible that your suppliers are able to offer designer goods at wholesale?While it’s true the designers, themselves, do not wholesale, it is still possible to buy authentic designer goods at wholesale. To do this, you have to look to the ‘secondary market’ and buy from either jobbers (suppliers of off-price goods) or authorized dealers who are clearing excess, overstock or shelf pull inventory. This is the only way to source authentic designer goods wholesale. Are these wholesalers that I can find simply searching on the internet? For the most part, no. Many of these suppliers do not advertise themselves online. They don’t need to. They are primarily only know to those people in the industry.

Does your directory have wholesale suppliers of fake or knockoff handbags?No. We only deal with wholesalers of authentic designer merchandise. Knockoffs, no matter how you sell them—and even if you disclose that they are knockoffs—are illegal. They are considered “trademark infringement”.

Do the wholesale suppliers offer current season or past season merchandise?Both – however, the majority offer past season goods as this is the bulk of what’s available when it comes to authentic designer merchandise.

Can I use the directory if I am located overseas or in another country outside of the USA?Yes. The wholesalers in our directory are primarily located in the United States, Europe and Asia. However, most of the suppliers ship worldwide. Therefore, you can use the directory no matter where you are located. We have clients all over the world who successfully use our directory.

How long does shipping take to receive merchandise?Shipping time varies by supplier. On average, delivery takes 7-10 days, but it could take more or less time depending on where you are located in relation to the supplier, terms of the offer, etc.

Can I use the directory to purchase wholesale designer handbags just for myself, not necessarily to sell? Yes, but know that the majority of the suppliers have, on average, 5 to 10 item minimums. We only have a few suppliers that do not require minimum orders.

Are there any other fees associated with the Wholesale Designer Directory?No. There are no other charges associated with my directory. Period. You will never be re-billed for anything. Your membership to our online directory is a one-time payment and it is good for life, including free updates.

Throughout the years, we have helped thousands of people buy authentic designer goods at wholesale. Some have used our directory to start their own business, others to source goods for their existing business and a lesser number have used it simply for personal use.

You can gain access to our directory of legitimate suppliers of authentic designer goods and benefit from our years of research for a one-time payment of only $39.95. Once a member, your membership is good for life and you will never be re-billed for anything.

Industry insiders agree: our directory is a tremendous value for those wanting to buy authentic designer goods at wholesale. We significantly mitigate the risk for re-sellers by cutting through the scams and unscrupulous sellers and connecting you with trusted wholesale suppliers of authentic designer handbags, clothing, shoes, etc.

Profit off of our years of research and experience sourcing authentic designer goods at wholesale.

One supplier can more than pay for the cost of our membership — Avoid scams and sellers of fake merchandise — Save time and money

Drop shipping is a very desirable way to start or run an online business. With drop shipping you can list your supplier’s inventory for sale online without ever having to stock any inventory upfront. Once you make a sale, you buy the product from your supplier and they ship the item directly to your customer as if it came from you. The thing is: There are very few legitimate suppliers of authentic designer goods that drop ship. The scarcity of designer goods does not make drop shipping a viable business model for most suppliers.

As a bonus with our membership, we include the contact information of these reputable drop shippers of authentic designer handbags, clothing, shoes, etc.

Wholesalers of Designer Goods in Italy and Europe

We all know that many of the most coveted designer brands are based in Italy and other parts of Europe. As a result, many people want to source inventory directly from Europe—direct from the source. But if you’ve ever tried to find suppliers of designer goods in Italy, you know how challenging this can be. Con artists and sellers of fake merchandise abound who prey on people’s belief that because they are buying from an Italian supplier the merchandise must be authentic. We have experience sourcing from Italy and Europe and, as an additional bonus, we include, in our directory, the contact information of many highly-sought-after legitimate European suppliers of designer goods. This information alone is more than worth the cost of our membership.

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Try the Wholesale Designer Directory risk-free for 60 days. If you are not satisfied with the directory for any reason, whatsoever, we will refund your membership fee in full. Simply send us an email asking for a refund. It’s that simple.

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